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テレワークのメリットと課題(かだい)

Benefits and challenges of telework

近年(きんねん)、オフィスに行かずに自宅(じたく)仕事(しごと)をする「テレワーク」をする人が増えて(ふえて)います。テレワークには、通勤時間(つうきんじかん)なくなるという大きなメリットがあります。毎朝(まいあさ)満員電車(まんいんでんしゃ)に乗らなくていいので、ストレスが減り(へり)家族(かぞく)過ごす(すごす)時間(じかん)も増えます。

一方で、課題もあります。家では仕事(しごと)とプライベートの区切り(くぎり)が難しく、つい長く(ながく)働いてしまうことがあります。また、同僚(どうりょう)直接(ちょくせつ)話す(はなす)機会(きかい)が減るため、チームワークを維持(いじ)することが難しくなることもあります。

これからの会社(かいしゃ)は、テレワークと出社(しゅっしゃ)をうまく組み合わせ(くみあわせ)て、社員(しゃいん)が働きやすい環境(かんきょう)作る(つくる)ことが求められています。

Translation

In recent years, more people are 'teleworking'—working from home instead of going to the office. Telework has the major benefit of eliminating commuting time. Since you don't have to ride a crowded train every morning, stress is reduced and time spent with family increases. On the other hand, there are challenges. It is difficult to separate work and private life at home, and people sometimes end up working too long. Also, since opportunities to speak directly with colleagues decrease, it can be difficult to maintain teamwork. Companies in the future are expected to combine telework and office attendance effectively to create an environment where employees can work comfortably.

Comprehension

What is one mentioned challenge of telework?

  • Commuting is too long
  • It is hard to separate work and private life
  • No one works at home
  • It is impossible to work with a team

The text mentions that it is difficult to separate work and private life at home.

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